I will agree with most of the comments I have seen about the food. Everything that we have tried…read morehas been very good. The Chicken Parmesan sandwich I had last night was on point and my girlfriend had a very good chicken quesadilla as well. Prices are pretty reasonable. My only beef is with the service. The bar is a little "cliquey" from several observations. The regulars seem to get waited on immediately and a newcomer gets a "I'll be right with you". No placemats, no silverware, no napkins seems to be the norm. Had to ask for ketchup when my fries came out after getting chips by mistake. We will most likely go back though, especially since The Bird River Inn changed their whole menu and did away with most of our favorite menu items. Everything is smoked now and very salty. If you're looking for ambience, you may want to try somewhere else. The Dugout is a hole in the wall dive bar and has been for decades...just the way the regulars like it!

We stopped by this bar after kayaking at Mariner State Park on a Monday evening. Dugout Tavern is…read moreout of the way from the rest of the busy streets, but it is worth stopping by. They have one pool table where APA league members usually play, a shuffle board, and a number of TVs for sports games (although they are not HD). I could tell this was a local go-to for many of the customers at this bar especially since they all seemed to know each other. Our bartender was very friendly with helping us decide what to order. We got the Belly Buster Fried Fish sub ($8.99), with a side of fries (an extra $2) and Italian Cold Cut ($9.50), with a side of chips (free), along with a Loose Cannon ($5.00) & Grapefruit Crush ($6.00). The subs were pretty good. The fried cod (I believe it was) was nice and crispy and the tartar sauce paired perfectly to cut the richness of the grease. The portion was definitely money's worth. The cold cuts in my sub were fresh. There was enough acid to not make the bread soggy. The grapefruit crush was very icy. I noticed the bartender made it by blending a grapefruit fruit cup with ice and some grapefruit-vodka. When I was done with my first drink, she poured the rest of the mixture from the blender into my glass, which I thought was very nice. All in all, dugout tavern is a hidden gem that has great food and service. There is also parking on site and outdoor seating.

Hella disappointed tonight beyond belief!!! I love this place but tonight I showed up a few minutes…read morebefore closed being as though I WALKED UP THERE about 10 minutes & it WASNT EVEN 2:00 I knocked on the door only to be greeted by some fat fucker that doesn't even work there only to be told I wasn't going to be served .... I would have been a lot more understanding IF IT WAS THE BARTENDER WHO TOLD ME I WASNT BEING SERVED. Didn't really appreciate a customer coming to tell me that... especially one that I see in the bar everyday & he was super combative like he wanted me to get out of line so they can do something to me or something terrible experience.

Crappy Dive bar, almost no food!!…read more The category calls Skip's a restaurant... okay, you can eat a pre-made frozen pizza (you know the one that fits into the small 7/11 pizza oven) about 8in round for $6 or you can dine on chips, pretzels, or popcorn. That is the extent of Skip's delicacies. Skip's will let you bring takeout food into their place!!! That's the only thing going for them. The place is right off of middle river road, and while everyone calls it Skip's (look at my picture), on the sign you can barely see Skip's name in the fine print, but Checkered Flag stands out monumentally!!! This seedy little establishment has a humongous bar, a small packaged goods store, Internet capable jukebox, a dartboard game and a single crappy pool table. Alas it is that crappy pool table that brings Sheri and I here on occasion as this place is in our division for APA 9-ball. The beer and soda are overpriced (last night a bottle of Yuengling and can of diet coke cost $4.25, a bit much, unless of course you count the pristine ambiance of Skip's atmosphere, yeah right!!! You wouldn't catch me dead in here, except for once in a blue moon pool night. This is another rendition of: "If you don't expect much, you won't be disappointed"!!!

This local dive bar spot has great prices and excellent food. Don't let the small location for you…read more You will be well fed, and you won't have to break the bank to eat here.

This is a quaint dive with a new owner as of 6 months ago. Very clean…read more In a way we were lucky b/c we got there at 12:45, and learned that the kitchen opens at 1 pm. They have a laminated menu-front and back and a paper one with the specials. This made the selections very interesting, and many to choose from, without being overly ambitious. The owner/server was the one who helped us chose lunch. I got the hamburger, med rare with provolone, this came with french fries. I was a bit disappointed with the hamburger, it had a flavor of added seasonings or too low fat content, i am unsure. It was beautiful in the presentation, but the flavor and texture were off. I could eat about 1/3rd of it. The fries were perfect, fresh and hot. My husband who is easy to be pleased, he said his meatball sub, was pretty good and he would order it again. We will be back, sometime,

Been here several times throughout the years. The beef sandwich is ALWAYS fresh and hot. Outside…read moreand inside seating is available, just go out back to order and pay for your food first. Inside is a classic bar, and very relaxing. Outside is comfortable in the appropriate seasons. Service at the sandwich counter is fast and friendly, always with a smile. They now accept cards, too. Lots of parking, always a good stop for lunch while out on a ride. If you're a club member, be sure to leave your colors with your ride. It's a big rule here.

Enjoy the setup outside. Pit sandwiches good. Beer wasn't very cold for $4.00. Didn't stay long…read more Will come back for carry out pit sandwiches.

I enjoyed the nachos I had and my granddaughter loved the french fries. Staff was nice. Felt like a…read morelocals only restaurant but no one was really rude or anything.

Excellent food and great service. The bartender was really nice. Nice ambiance also. Highly…read morerecommend.

My favorite neighborhood restaurant! Been coming here for 15+ years and have never had a bad…read moreexperience. Service is always stellar! We love the rotating specials menu, always something new and delicious to try - the crab nachos are the best!! The brunch buffet is also fantastic, such a great deal for bottomless food and drinks.

The ambiance is that of a ski lodge. The service by Aiden was spectacular…read more considering the place was packed. The food is always a hit. Great value and selection. A fan favorite for the men.

I really love their chili dogs and French fries with gravy it's really good gravy we have been…read moregoing for years. Their service is interesting you have to see for yourself but all in all great little place

The new breakfast sandwich "The Jared" is so delicious. Grilled cheese scrambled eggs and bacon…read moreall wrapped up in a sandwich. Can't get any better than that.

dfun welcoming eclectic place. excellent dj and bartender. easy to miss this tiny bar but its…read moreworth a stop in. strong cheap drinks and all kinxs of folks. The sign outside says ' if you dont fit in. come here. '

Definitely my favorite pit beef sandwich spot in Maryland. Came here on a recommendation from a…read morefriend and I'm glad it did. It doesn't look like much just like a shack on the side of the road but the food here was delicious. Plenty of parking and right next to a go kart spot. Walk up window with a small outdoor space to sit and eat. Menu is the basics of pit beef and other bbq meats you'd expect. The prices here are very reasonable and the portions are solid. The service here was friendly and welcoming. Ordering was simple enough. I got a turkey and pit beef sandwich and it was soo amazing. The pit beef was juicy and not dry at all, the turkey also well seasoned and juicy. Sandwich was a good size and filled me up. Will definitely be back when I have a pit beef craving and highly recommend especially over that other place down the road .

I was skeptical but my LOOOVE was more risk it all take a chance!!.. I'm glad he did! this place is…read morea hidden gem of a hole in the wall spot!. New to the area just finding something to eat! I'm more restaurant he's more I'll find something somewhere on somebody's menu!! . The spot is next to a go cart racing place off Pulaski you'll literally drive past the spot if your GPS isn't giving you exacts there's no signage just a small shack house like!. The service was great the guys were very nice!. The parking was smooth!, you go up like a take out but the menu is on the building!.. they have seating outside built on like a deck! It's different!... My LOOOVE got the Mega Sandwich which was Italian sausage, ham, turkey , beef (think it's pit beef) and cheese! On a roll!... Their sandwiches will put Jersey Mikes , Subway, jimmy johns and well know deli to shame! The way they pack it up Arby's would& could never!! The Meats are packed in!!!! And my skeptical ass had some! & ommmgeee LOOOVE how it's true to the charcoal name!! So flavorful, none of the meats were dry at all!! . and you get an oversized cup of soda! Beyond movie theater size!!.. it's safe to say I will be coming back for My Own! Sandwich Sub this weekend!! To take on vacation!! I told my LOOOVE this sandwich is so Fat but so him cause he loves a good sandwich and to go from not eating & losing weight because of two heavy diagnoses cancers to being able to enjoy food finally! I couldn't be mad!.. not sure what ima get tho!! Sooo many options!! For the Size it's worth the $$$$$ he had to eat it in spurts it's such a huge sandwich!!

Loved it here! We came here while on a little tired-mom's getaway and this place was wonderful…read more Service was great as we had no idea what we were doing. My girlfriends ordered cocktails while I sampled their beers and seltzer. The space is great. What a great find!

Apologies for no pictures. Visited here for a small work…read moregathering, and was pleasantly surprised as to the offerings here. Great beer selection as well as other drinks like crushes. You can order food off a computer and made to order -- pizza, wings, fries, etc. There is lots of room, prices very reasonable, service was great! I would definitely return and recommend. They have outdoor seating and huge garage doors to open that would be great when the weather is nice in the summer and spring.